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Richardsville Elementary names new principal
SUMMARY: Lacy Hickey has been named the new principal of Richardsville Elementary School in Warren County, Kentucky. With 16 years in education, she previously served as assistant principal at Alvaton Elementary and taught at Austin Tracy Elementary in Barren County. Hickey is praised for her leadership, collaborative style, and dedication to student success. She holds degrees from Western Kentucky University, the University of the Cumberlands, and Campbellsville University. Hickey expressed gratitude for the opportunity and aims to lead with innovation, student focus, and community values. She officially begins her role on July 21, 2025.
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WKU VB: WKU Falls to Drake in Five Sets
SUMMARY: WKU Volleyball lost a close 3-2 match against Drake after pushing them to five sets. Freshman Kaira Knox led offensively with 21 kills and was named WKU Invitational MVP, while junior Gabby Weihe dominated defensively with a career-high eight blocks in the match. The Hilltoppers excelled in sets one and three but fell short in sets two, four, and the decisive fifth. Defensive specialist Tayler Baron added 16 digs and earned all-tournament honors alongside Knox. WKU improves to 2-1 overall and will next compete at Marquette, facing Marquette, #24 Dayton, and Buffalo on the road.
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McIvor named CUSA Offensive Player of the Week for second straight week
SUMMARY: WKU quarterback Maverick McIvor was named Conference USA Offensive Player of the Week for the second consecutive time in 2025. In a 55-6 win over North Alabama, McIvor threw for 305 yards and five touchdowns in just two and a half quarters, marking the best half by a CUSA QB since 2022. Through two games, he has 706 passing yards, eight touchdowns, and one rushing score. WKU leads CUSA and ranks nationally in multiple offensive categories. The Hilltoppers, undefeated with 96 points scored, will play their first road game at Toledo Saturday, streamed on ESPN+.
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LMPD: 2 dead after 4 vehicle collision on Dixie Highway
SUMMARY: A deadly four-vehicle collision on Dixie Highway near Valley Station in Louisville resulted in two fatalities. The crash occurred Sunday morning when a southbound car changed lanes, hitting another vehicle, then crossed into oncoming traffic, striking a third car before crashing into a utility pole. The first vehicle’s driver died at the scene; the third vehicle’s driver died later at the hospital. The other two drivers were unharmed. The crash shut down both directions of Dixie Highway for hours. Neighbors described the area as dangerous and hope the tragedy prompts safety improvements, such as adding stoplights, to prevent future accidents.
LMPD: 2 dead after 4 vehicle collision on Dixie Highway
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